This beautiful softcover edition is in fine condition, with no marks or tears and only minimal shelf wear. The pages are tight, appear unread, and the book is tight, square, and unmarked. The Educated Imagination by Northrop Frye is a collection of essays based on his lectures for the 1962 CBC Massey Lectures series. It explores the importance of literature and imagination in human life, education, and culture. Frye, one of the most influential literary critics of the 20th century, argues for the vital role of literature in shaping how we perceive the world and ourselves. The book is often used as an introductory text in literary studies and is celebrated for its clarity and insight. Frye's accessible style makes complex ideas about literature and its role in society approachable for both scholars and general readers.